Secondary Class Teacher – Part-Time - Southend-on-Sea

Salary/Rate:£180 - £250/day dependent on experience
Job type:Contract
Town/City:South Essex
County:Essex
Role:Qualified Teaching Staff
Job ref:617
Post Date:07.07.26
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About the Role

Secondary Class Teacher – Part-Time – Southend-on-Sea

Inspire EHC are seeking an experienced and capable Secondary Class Teacher to join a specialist SEN secondary school in Southend-on-Sea.

The school is dedicated to helping every pupil Enjoy, Aspire and Achieve through a broad, engaging curriculum and a supportive learning environment. Staff work collaboratively to ensure students are challenged, encouraged and empowered to achieve the very best outcomes both academically and personally.

This role will involve teaching a Year 10 class on Thursdays and a Year 7 class on Fridays. There is potential for the position to continue for the full academic year for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Have experience teaching secondary-aged pupils.

• Be confident teaching across different year groups.

• Have strong behaviour and classroom management skills.

• Be committed to supporting the individual needs of learners.

• Be passionate about helping young people succeed.

What the school can offer:

• Planning and PPA time.

• A supportive and collaborative staff team.

• A positive and inclusive working environment.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' education and development.

• Potential for a long-term placement throughout the academic year.

If you are a dedicated teacher who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to enjoy learning, aspire to success and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

Inspire EHC and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to rigorous safeguarding and recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, employment references, right-to-work checks and, where applicable, prohibition and overseas checks. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Apply today through Inspire EHC.

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